#55 Derrick Thomas could be considered one of the greatest players in Alabama Crimson Tide history.
He holds an NCAA record for 27 sacks in one season, was awarded the Dick Butkus award in 1988. He finished his career with 52 sacks, also an NCAA record at the time.
He went on to play for the Kansas City Chiefs, had a fantastic career, which landed him in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In February of 2000, he tragically died from a blot clot while driving. He was only 33 years old.
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